Pearls form as a natural defense mechanism when oysters trap irritants inside their shells and coat them with layers of nacre. While natural pearls are rare, cultured pearls are carefully farmed using ...

Pearls within a pearl oyster shell. Pearl oysters are important products in Japan, as they produce beautiful pearls that are sought after for necklaces, earrings, and rings. Disclaimer: AAAS and ...

ASHEVILLE - One guest’s dinner may be another guest’s treasure at a seafood restaurant. Chefs and line cooks are known to unearth unexpected items within shipments that are more than what they ...